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Book Synopsis: Beautifully illustrated in color with many rare and unique photographs, prints, and drawings, The Cambridge Illustrated History of Prehistoric Art presents the first balanced and truly worldwide survey of prehistoric art. The book also offers the first detailed account of how the world of scholarship became aware of the existence of prehistoric art, reproducing the very earliest drawings by explorers and surveyors from the 1600s onward to create a unique pictorial as well as discursive resource. With this powerful combination of illustration and analysis, Paul Bahn describes what prehistoric art is and the different ways in which it can shed light on the lives and preoccupations of our ancestors: sexual, humorous, social, economic, and religious. The result is a fascinating exploration: a book that Desmond Morris describes as "a model of scientific restraint and objectivity....this is ultimately an art book, and as such it is endlessly provocative and engaging." Paul Bahn is an archaeologist and the author of more than 400 publications. He has authored or coauthored eight books, including The Cambridge Illustrated History of Archaeology. Dr. Bahn is a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.
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Discover the fascinating world of prehistoric art with The Cambridge Illustrated History of Prehistoric Art (Cambridge Illustrated Histories). This beautifully illustrated book takes you on a journey through time, showcasing rare and unique photographs, prints, and drawings. Experience the first balanced and truly worldwide survey of prehistoric art, as it sheds light on the lives and preoccupations of our ancestors.
What sets this book apart is its pioneering account of how scholars first became aware of the existence of prehistoric art. Explore the earliest drawings by explorers and surveyors from the 1600s onward, providing you with a unique pictorial and discursive resource. With Paul Bahn's powerful combination of illustration and analysis, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of what prehistoric art truly is.
This book goes beyond mere visual appreciation; it delves into the various ways in which prehistoric art can enlighten us about our ancestors' sexual, humorous, social, economic, and religious aspects. Immerse yourself in this captivating exploration that leaves no stone unturned.
Written by the acclaimed archaeologist Paul Bahn, the author of over 400 publications, including The Cambridge Illustrated History of Archaeology, this book is a model of scientific restraint and objectivity. Its provocative and engaging nature will inspire you to delve into the world of prehistoric art.
Are you ready to embark on a journey through time and uncover the secrets of prehistoric art? Order the Cambridge Illustrated History of Prehistoric Art now and unravel the mysteries of our artistic heritage!
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